1969 Holden Monaro vs. 2009 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Holden Monaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Holden Monaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Holden Monaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota 4Runner (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1969 Holden Monaro. (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1969 Holden Monaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Holden Monaro weights approximately 63 kg more than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1969 Holden Monaro (411 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Holden Monaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Holden Monaro | 2009 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Holden | Toyota |
| Model | Monaro | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1332 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2800 mm |
